fu

fu · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (informal, usually in compounds) Skill or expertise in a particular area, derived from kung fu.

  2. 2.

    A combining form used to create informal terms denoting skill or ability.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    kung fu — Chinese martial arts
  • •
    Google fu — skill at using internet search engines

Related words

See also: kung, skill
Synonyms: expertise, skill

Etymology

From Chinese gongfu (kung fu), meaning "skill" or "achievement." Used in English slang as a suffix to indicate proficiency.